I have been told more than once that I am a proud person, I am never really sure as to what context I should receive that, for some I think it was meant as a compliment and for others assuredly not. Either way you split it, now may be the time for me to swallow some pride. To say that the last few years have been hard on my family would be an understatement, and the struggles have continued. So I am humbly asking for help (not my forte) The next few months hold a great deal more in expenses than I am currently able to keep up with. As many of you know my son is having Spinal Fusion surgery on May 1st. He is greatly looking forward to the eventual relief that this surgery will bring him, but as with anything the bills have started to mount, I have had to take a lot of time off of work to get Noah to and from appointments, and in the midst of this we found out he has a bleeding disorder so that has added to the appointments and burdens. I need to take two weeks off of work to stay with Noah in the hospital while he is there and provide care when we return home. I am grateful to the company I work for approving my FMLA, but those two weeks are unpaid. We also recently found out Ruth needs braces, my vehicle has issues with the radiator and both vehicles need new windshields. Ruth is starting Drivers Ed and all that life entails raising two teenagers alone. I have many blessings in my life and am deeply grateful for the people around me. This time that we are living in is filled with so much need, hurt and heartache. I appreciate you taking the time to read a snip of my story!

Thank you,

Amanda